HD in Electronic and Electrical Engineering

The Electronic and Electrical Engineering program is designed to equip students with a strong foundation in the principles of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism, along with the practical skills required to design, analyze, and maintain modern engineering systems. The program integrates theoretical knowledge with hands-on laboratory experience to prepare graduates for diverse roles in industry, research, and innovation.

Students will study core areas such as circuit analysis, digital and analog electronics, power systems, control systems, telecommunications, embedded systems, and renewable energy technologies. Emphasis is placed on problem-solving, critical thinking, and the application of engineering principles to real-world challenges.

The curriculum is structured to develop competencies in system design, simulation, testing, and project management. Students will gain experience using industry-standard tools and software, and will engage in individual and group projects that reflect current technological trends, including smart grids, automation, and sustainable energy solutions.

Graduates of this program will be well-prepared for careers in sectors such as power generation and distribution, telecommunications, manufacturing, automation, robotics, and electronics design. The program also provides a solid foundation for postgraduate studies and research in specialized areas of electrical and electronic engineering.

The HD suite of programmes at ICBT provides an excellent example of widening participation in a country where there is not enough University supply to fill the demand for higher education. Students can enter the HD programmes after studying for 13 years in the formal education sector through either having studied for Advanced Levels, or having undertaken the Foundation programme after studying for Ordinary levels. Other level 3 qualifications will also be considered for suitability for entry to the programmes. For the engineering programmes, students must have studied maths, biosciences and/or technology whereas for Quantity Surveying, any subjects will suffice. Students have been entering these programmes with these qualifications for many years and have been successful in achieving the qualifications.

  Language Proficiency Requirements:

• English language proficiency Grade C or above in GCE Ordinary Level.
  OR
• IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5, taken within two years of the course start date
  OR
• ICBT Academic English Studies Course
  OR
• Recognized equivalent qualification.

Upon successful completion of the Higher Diploma in Electronic and Electrical Engineering, students are eligible to progress to the BEng (Hons) in Electronic and Electrical Engineering offered by University of Sunderland (UK)

Semester 01

• 4601ICBTEL Introduction to Electrical Engineering
• 4602ICBTEL Analogue Electronics and Electrical Circuits
• 4603ICBTEL Digital Electronics

Semester 02

• 4600ICBTEG Engineering Mathematics - I
• 4604ICBTEL Programming for Intelligent Systems
• 4605ICBTEL Signals and Systems with AI
• 4606ICBTEL Principles of Communications Systems

Semester 03

• 5600ICBTEG Engineering Mathematics - II
• 5601ICBTEL Advanced Embedded Systems and VLSI Design
• 5602ICBTEL Instrumentation and Control Engineering

Semester 04

• 5601ICBTEG Engineering Design Project
• 5603ICBTEL Electrical Power System Design and Analysis
• 5604ICBTEL Electrical Machines and Drives
• 5605ICBTEL Industrial Automation with PLC & SCADA

Electronic and Electrical Engineering graduates can pursue diverse and rewarding career opportunities across a wide range of industries, including:

• Power & Energy Systems
• Renewable Energy & Sustainable Technologies
• Telecommunications & Communication Systems
• Industrial Automation & Manufacturing
• Electronics & Embedded Systems
• Control Systems & Robotics
• Construction & Building Services
• Electric Mobility & Transportation Technologies
• Electronic Product Development
• Research & Development (R&D) and Emerging Technologies